• Lead the strategic development of municipal wide youth initiatives
• Permanent full-time position | 40 hours per week with RDO | Hybrid & Flexible Working Options
• $115,289 per annum plus superannuation

 Why Choose City of Casey

The City of Casey is one of Victoria’s largest, fastest growing and most diverse cities. The Council plans and delivers quality services and infrastructure for the more than 400,000 residents and over 36,000 businesses who call Casey home.

Our multi-award winning, architecturally designed workplace - located in Bunjil Place in Melbourne's southeast – inspires collaboration and creativity. Bunjil Place reflects and enhances the city’s rich diversity by providing an energetic and cosmopolitan atmosphere through a lively community meeting place.

Why You’ll Love Working with Us

At the City of Casey, we know that great people deserve a great workplace. That’s why we offer an environment designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

• True flexibility with hybrid work, compressed hours, RDOs and the option to purchase additional leave, because life comes first.
• Our Ways of Working (OWOW) - our activity-based model allows you to work in different spaces, locations and with the latest technology.
• Reproductive health leave, up to 5 days of paid leave to support our employees
• THRIVE Wellbeing Program - access a suite of wellbeing initiatives, learning opportunities and resources to support your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
• 24/7 confidential counselling for you and your immediate family, offering support whenever you need it.
• Family‑friendly leave options, including 16 weeks paid primary caregiver leave, to support you through life’s biggest moments.
• Ongoing professional development to help you grow your skills and advance your career.
• Free Workout Wednesdays, discounted gym memberships and an onsite café - convenience in one place.
• Private Health discounts for employees, through the access of the local government health plan.
• Enjoy our stunning, architecturally designed workspace, complete with free coffee, a community library and free parking.
• Be part of a team that truly lives its values: Dream Big, Empower Each Other, Make Our Community Proud.
• Paid Christmas Shut Down Leave
• And more https://www.casey.vic.gov.au/benefits-of-working-city-of-casey

About the Role

Are you passionate about empowering young people and contributing to meaningful change in the community? As our Youth Partnerships Team Leader, you will lead the strategic development of municipality-wide youth initiatives and create opportunities for young people to actively participate in decisions that affect them. Through collaborative engagement and strong partnerships, you will support initiatives that create opportunities for young people to participate, to share their perspectives and contribute to planning, service delivery and community outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to champion youth voice, strengthen civic participation and help shape a more inclusive future for young people across the municipality.

What You’ll deliver

• Drive the strategic development and implementation of youth initiatives that respond to growth, emerging needs and the aspirations of young people.
• Establish and strengthen partnerships across government, education, industry and community sectors to deliver collaborative and scalable outcomes for young people
• Embed meaningful youth engagement, ensuring young people's perspectives inform strategies, services, programs and decision-making processes.
• Provide leadership, coaching and capability development to a specialised Youth Services team, fostering innovation, inclusion and continuous improvement.
• Use data, research and trend analysis to shape strategic responses, oversee program governance and budgets, and deliver measurable community impact.

What You’ll Bring

• Experience using a systems approach to youth services, identifying opportunities to influence policy, programs and partnerships across the broader service ecosystem to improve outcomes for young people.
• Strong strategic thinking skills, with the ability to engage, influence and bring stakeholders on board around a shared vision, fostering commitment and participation across Council, community and partner organisations.
• A track record of designing or leading innovative youth or community programs, coupled with a commitment to amplifying young people's voices and participation.
• Knowledge of contemporary community engagement and participation frameworks, including an understanding of levels of influence and decision-making, and the ability to design approaches that inform, consult, involve and collaborate with young people.
• Tertiary qualification in youth services, social work, community development, public policy, health promotion or a related discipline, with a demonstrated understanding of strategic planning or partnership management.
• Willingness to undergo pre-employment background checks including National Criminal History Check, Working with Children Check, Eligibility to Work check

How to Apply

If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply online by submitting your cover letter and resume. No need to address selection criteria.

For enquiries, contact Vanessa Hammond - Head of Youth Services via email at vahammond@casey.vic.gov.au or call on 03 9709 9295

Applications close at 11:55pm on Sunday 20 September 2026.

Please note: Applications are only accepted via our online portal.

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

The City of Casey is proud to be an inclusive, child-safe, and equal opportunity employer.

We welcome applications from people of all ages, genders, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ communities, multicultural communities, and refugee or migrant backgrounds.

We are committed to providing a diverse, safe, and inclusive environment where everyone can grow and succeed. We promote gender equity and actively address barriers to employment, ensuring participation without discrimination and supporting workplace adjustments

For any reasonable adjustments or access needs during the application or interview process, please contact the Talent Team at 9709 9633 or Talent@casey.vic.gov.au.

We are a 2024 Circle Back Initiative Employer – we commit to respond to every applicant.

Please note: Unsolicited emails or approaches from recruitment agencies will not be accepted

The City of Casey reserves the right not to make any appointments for this position.

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